Prudential Reservoir No 3
Key Takeaway
Prudential Reservoir No 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06173 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PRUDENTIAL INS CORP
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prudential Reservoir No 3?
Prudential Reservoir No 3 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Prudential Reservoir No 3?
Prudential Reservoir No 3 is owned by PRUDENTIAL INS CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prudential Reservoir No 3 built?
Prudential Reservoir No 3 was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Prudential Reservoir No 3?
Prudential Reservoir No 3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prudential Reservoir No 3?
Prudential Reservoir No 3 has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.